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Malaysia Urged to Rethink Youth Social Media Ban as Meta Platforms Warns of Hidden Risks

Malaysia Urged to Rethink Youth Social Media Ban as Meta Platforms Warns of Hidden Risks

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As Malaysia moves closer to restricting social media access for users under 16, Meta Platforms has called for a more balanced and carefully designed approach, warning that an outright ban could create unintended consequences. The tech giant, which operates platforms like Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Threads, cautioned that sweeping restrictions may not protect young users […]

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Washington blocks entry to former EU commissioner and activists amid clash over social media rules

Washington blocks entry to former EU commissioner and activists amid clash over social media rules

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The United States has moved to deny visas to a former European Union commissioner and four civil society figures, escalating tensions with Europe over how social media platforms should be regulated. In a statement released yesterday, the US State Department said the individuals were being barred for attempting to pressure American technology companies into censoring […]

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